Uruguayans in Chile

Uruguayan Chileans are people born in Uruguay who live in Chile, or Chilean-born people of Uruguayan descent.

There are lots of Uruguayan-born persons living in Chile, for a number of reasons. Both countries share the Spanish language; the historical origins of both nations is common (part of the Spanish Empire until the early 19th century); Chile has a bigger, more diverse economy, which attracted Uruguayans in search of opportunities; the relative geographical vicinity (Southern Cone) also helps.

Uruguayan residents in Chile have their own institutions, for instance, the Consultative Council in Santiago.[1]

Notable people

See also

References

  1. ↑ "List of Consultative Councils of Uruguayans abroad". Retrieved 1 November 2013. (Spanish)

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